How to Use the HRBlade MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect HRBlade to Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Add the HRBlade MCP server details under the mcpServers key and restart the app.

Q: Can Claude Desktop send HRBlade interview invites automatically?

Yes. Claude uses the sendinterviewinvitation tool when you prompt it. You just need to approve the action before it sends the JSON payload.

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Review candidate pipelines in Claude Desktop

The `list_candidates` tool pulls your active recruiting pipeline directly into your chat window so you can see exactly who applied. You never have to log into a separate dashboard just to check on an applicant's status. Ask your AI client to filter the list by engineering roles or recent applicants. When you spot someone interesting, Claude uses `get_candidate_details` to grab their specific background and contact info instantly.

Build and send interview templates

The `create_interview` tool lets you generate new interview templates by passing a simple JSON payload. You define the structure, and the MCP Server handles the record creation in your ATS database immediately. Once the template exists, use `list_interviews` to verify it. Then, tell Claude to fire off a `send_interview_invitation` to your top picks. The invite goes straight to their inbox without you ever leaving the interface.

Track video responses asynchronously

The `list_interview_responses` tool fetches all submitted candidate video responses so you can review them on your own schedule. Hiring managers waste hours chasing down interview feedback, and this cuts that process down to seconds. You can ask Claude to summarize which candidates completed their video screens this week. It reads the data, formats a quick update, and you make the final call on who moves to the next round.

Setup guide

Set up HRBlade MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The HRBlade MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the HRBlade MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under hrblade-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "hrblade-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about HRBlade MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file. Add the HRBlade MCP server details under the `mcpServers` key and restart the app.

Yes. Claude uses the `send_interview_invitation` tool when you prompt it. You just need to approve the action before it sends the JSON payload.

It does. Go to Settings, click Integrations, and add the remote MCP Server URL. You can review candidate pipelines from any browser.

Your API token might be expired. Generate a new one in your ATS settings and update your local configuration file.

We process names, emails, and video responses strictly in memory. The MCP framework guarantees that your recruiting data stays confined to the active session and is never retained for model training.

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